Residential & Light Commercial Construction Standards
One Stop Reference on Quality Standards for Construction

Second Edition
by Means and Contributing Authors

New, updated second edition. The essential one-stop reference on quality standards for construction, compiled from the nation's leading professional associations, industry publications, and building code organizations.

A unique collection of industry standards that define quality in construction. For contractors, subcontractors, owners, developers, architects, engineers, attorneys, and insurance personnel, this book provides authoritative requirements and recommendations compiled from the nation's leading professional associations, industry publications, and building code organizations. Coverage includes standards for concrete, masonry, framing, finish carpentry and cabinetry, insulation, roofing, windows and doors, drywall and ceramic tile, floor covering, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and more. This one-stop reference is enhanced by helpful commentary from respected practitioners, including identification of items most frequently targeted for construction defect claims. The new second edition provides the latest building code requirements. This one-of-a-kind resource enables you to:

Establish an acceptable quality of workmanship
Resolve disputes and avoid litigation
Train personnel in correct installation procedures
Answer client questions and authority
Easily find applicable building code information

The nationwide team of editors includes leading contractors, engineers, architects and construction defect analysts. They provide practical installation tips, along with advice on how to avoid the most frequently cited defect claims.

over 600 pages, hundreds of illustrations

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